Residential Child Care Worker

Location: Bishopbriggs, Glasgow

Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week, Rotational shifts (early/late), covering 7 days per week

Salary: £30,069 - £37,672

21HSC is proud to partner with St Marys Kenmure as their official recruitment partner - inviting passionate individuals to join a team dedicated to transforming young lives. This is more than a job; it’s a chance to work in a secure, supportive environment where every day brings fresh challenges and real rewards. If you’re resilient, compassionate, and committed to helping young people reach their full potential, you’ll find this role both inspiring and impactful.

About St Marys Kenmure:

Located in a safe, secure facility, St Marys Kenmure cares for young people referred by Courts and Children’s Hearings. The centre is divided into house units, each providing a nurturing and structured home for residents. Young people here benefit from the care of experienced, qualified staff who ensure their wellbeing while fostering personal growth. Alongside high-quality care, they offer a diverse curriculum of academic and vocational studies, complemented by recreational facilities such as a seven-a-side football pitch, gymnasium, fitness suite, and swimming pool. This balanced approach supports both personal development and emotional resilience.

Why Join Now?

St Marys Kenmure is embarking on a period of transformative change - raising the bar for excellence in care, education, and therapeutic support. This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to its workforce and leadership as much as to the young people in its care.

Role Purpose:

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of safeguarding and supporting young people within a residential/secure setting. You’ll create a safe, engaging environment that respects individuality, promotes rights, and upholds equality and confidentiality. Your work will follow legislative and organisational standards while contributing to a culture of trust, learning, and opportunity. In addition, you may take on specific responsibilities that help the service run smoothly and effectively.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Promote the wellbeing, safety, and protection of young people.
• Contribute to the assessment of needs and risks, developing and implementing care plans.
• Support young people in building life skills, independence, and positive relationships.
• Promote and facilitate educational, recreational, and vocational opportunities.
• Manage and respond to challenging behaviour in a calm and constructive manner.
• Maintain accurate records and provide written reports as required.
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure health, safety, and safeguarding standards are met at all times.

Essential Requirements:

• Sound knowledge of the role and responsibilities of a Residential Child Care Worker.
• Understanding of Employer and Employee Code of Conduct (SSSC).
• Experience working in social care (preferably in residential childcare or secure care).
• Possess a HNC in Social Care and SVQ Level 3 in Care (Children and Young People).
• Ability to manage time effectively and organise workload.
• Mental resilience and patience to handle challenging situations.

Desirable:

• Full UK driving licence.
• Previous experience in residential or secure childcare.
• Proven experience in working with children and young people.

Personal Qualities:

• Self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Approachable, flexible, and adaptable.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates empathy, active listening, and open-mindedness.
• Committed to continuous professional development.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Strathclyde Pension Fund membership.
• 20 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays (increasing with service).
• Opportunities for professional development and qualifications.

To Apply:

Click Apply and submit your up-to-date CV. For more information, a detailed job description and confidential discussion, please contact Danielle Frame at 21HSC. Successful applicants will be contacted to attend an initial interview with 21HSC, before progressing to a formal meeting with the Senior Management Team at St Marys Kenmure.